Net Ionic Equations and Solubility

This video tutorial explains how to write net ionic equations, starting with balancing molecular equations and determining the solubility and states of compounds. It covers the process of splitting strong electrolytes into ions and formulating complete and net ionic equations. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of checking solubility to determine if a substance is a solid in the net ionic equation.

What is the first step in writing a net ionic equation?

• Identify spectator ions

• Split strong electrolytes into ions

• Determine the solubility of reactants

• Write the balanced molecular equation

Why is lead(II) hydroxide considered insoluble?

• It is a strong electrolyte

• It is a solid that does not dissolve

• It forms a gas

• It reacts with water

Which of the following is an exception to the general solubility of chlorides?

• Lead(II) chloride

• Potassium chloride

• Calcium chloride

• Sodium chloride

What is the state of hydrochloric acid in the net ionic equation?

• Gas

• Aqueous

• Solid

• Liquid

Which ions are split in the net ionic equation?

• Solids

• Liquids

• Aqueous strong electrolytes

• Gases

What is the charge of the hydrogen ion in the net ionic equation?

• -1

• +1

• 0

• +2

What is the purpose of removing spectator ions in a net ionic equation?

• To determine solubility

• To identify all reactants

• To balance the equation

• To simplify the equation

What is the final state of lead(II) chloride in the net ionic equation?

• Solid

• Gas

• Liquid

• Aqueous

Why is it important to check solubility when writing net ionic equations?

• To identify gases

• To determine the charge of ions

• To balance the equation

• To know which substances remain as solids

What is the final product formed in the reaction between lead(II) hydroxide and hydrochloric acid?

• Lead(II) carbonate

• Lead(II) chloride

• Lead(II) nitrate

• Lead(II) sulfate